We support and empower women and children impacted family violence
Crisis accommodation, safety planning, outreach services, emotional support and advice
Next 6 week Family Violence Support Group starts Tuesday 11th May
First national resource for LGBTQ+ communities
Emergency / Police 24HR call 000. For crisis support contact Safe Steps 24HR call 1800 015 188.
Fever, runny nose, cough, sore throat? To find out where to get tested got to vic.gov.au/CORONAVIRUS
We offer secure accommodation, safety planning, intensive case management and emotional support
We provide support services to assist women and children in their own accommodation in the community
We provide programs that help clients make informed choices and strategies for a safer future
Find under SEEK HELP section. Persian, Arabic, Dinka, Dari, Vietnamese, Hindi and more
Will purchase a pair of WARM PYJAMAS for a child when they arrive at late at night at the refuge
Will purchase a CHILDREN'S TOILETRY PACK filled with kids toothbrush, wipes, comb, brush, soap and more
Will purchase a CLEANING PACK for clients when they move into stable accommodation
Will purchase a LINEN PACK to provide fresh sheets, doona, pillow and towel when they first arrive at the refuge
Will purchase a KITCHEN PACK that includes cutlery, kettle and toaster when our clients move into more stable accommodation and need to set up a home from scratch
Will purchase a HOME PACK that includes like a vacummn cleaner, microwave and ironing board when our clients move into more stable accommodation
Will enable us to continue our COMMUNITY EDUCATION PROGRAMS like our new Financial Wellbeing Group
Will allow us to create the best possible environment at the NEW REFUGE that will improve the long term outcomes of our clients
Our FREE Community Education Programs for Term 2 are now open for referrals.
Kara House is growing
Developing new talent for the sector
Grace fought for the right to speak out
Newsletter March 2021
Annual Report 2019-20